A Moving Particle Is Subject to Conservative Forces Only

question 58

Multiple Choice

A moving particle is subject to conservative forces only. When its kinetic energy decreases by 10 J, what happens to its mechanical energy?

• A) It increases by 10 J.
• B) It decreases by 10 J.
• C) It increases, but not necessarily by 10 J.
• D) It decreases, but not necessarily by 10 J.
• E) It remains the same.

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Definitions:

Reagents

Substances or compounds added to a system to cause a chemical reaction or to see if a reaction occurs.

Transformation

A broad term referring to the process of changing the state, form, or structure of something.

Regio-

A prefix indicating the orientation or specific location within a molecule where a chemical reaction takes place.

Stereochemical

Refers to the aspect of chemistry that involves the study of the spatial arrangement of atoms in molecules and their effect on the physical and chemical properties of substances.